Is Propylene Glycol Esters of Fatty Acids vegetarian?

E477 consists of propylene glycol esters of fatty acids (propane-1,2-diol esters of fatty acids), used as emulsifiers in food and cosmetics. The fatty acids may be derived from animal or vegetable sources. They improve aeration and emulsification in bakery and dairy products.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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